Senior Data Scientist: Data Excellence Lead

Career Category OperationsJob DescriptionJoin Amgen’s Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Senior Data Scientist: Data Excellence LeadWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will serve as the lead for Process Development’s Data Excellence Program, focusing on 3 pillars: Data Governance, Digital Culture and Data Standardization. Data Excellence is a new initiative to provide structure and a “Data as a Product” mindset to unlock PD’s full potential in the digital transformation space. This role will work cross-functionally within Process Development and indirectly with other organizations, such as Manufacturing, Quality and Therapeutic Discovery.

• Lead a cross-functional, agile data governance product team to define strategic direction, establish governance frameworks, and drive enterprise-aligned decision-making processes
• Establish and scale Communities of Practice to promote data stewardship, enhance data science capabilities, and drive organization-wide digital upskilling and cultural transformation
• Champion continuous improvement by applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to digital product development and business process optimization
• Actively partner with business and enterprise to develop and maintain standardization best practices (i.e. controlled vocabularies, structured data capture)
• Design and deliver performance dashboards to track data asset quality, governance KPIs, and the impact of digital initiatives on business outcomes
• Collaborate with internal and external contacts to analyze needs and align product roadmap to strategic goals
• Continuously evaluate emerging trends and best practices to evolve the data governance and standardization strategy
• Act as a Digital PD ambassador to champion adoption, foster knowledge sharing, and drive user engagement across cross-functional teams

What we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Data Sciences professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Data Sciences experience; OR
• Associate’s degree and 8 years of Data Sciences experience; Or
• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Data Sciences experience; Or
• Master’s degree and 2 years of Data Sciences experience; Or
• Doctorate degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with applicable project management tools and technology (i.e. Jira, smartsheet, miro, etc.)
• Proficiency with analytics and visualization tools (i.e. Databricks, Spotfire, PowerBI)
• Experience with change management and information systems
• Experience with GxP operations and SOP ownership
• In-depth knowledge of agile methodology for project management
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills

What you can expect from usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.comIn any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.Application deadlineAmgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status..Salary Range 137,855.00 USD - 168,574.00 USD
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